It's the space you spend the most time lounging during the fall and winter, so creating a cozy living room is probably high on your agenda right now. While chunky textiles, seating you sink into, and wood-burning fireplaces work well in fall and winter, there are ways to make your living room feel cozy all the time, including during the warmer months.
Yes, tactility is important, but the most crucial elements in creating a cozy living room are actually predominantly visual, explains interior designer Lauren Sweet-Schuler, founder and principal at Studio Sweet-Schuler. "Even in the coziest space, if it isn't visually inviting, soothing or warm, it can be comfortable, sure, but it won't give the cozy vibe," she explains.
